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The Two Pillars of Toyota: How a 1920s Loom Revolutionized Modern Material Handling
The Two Pillars of Toyota: How a 1920s Loom Revolutionized Modern Material Handling
National Forklift Safety Day: Why Operator Training Isn’t Optional
Every year on the second Tuesday in June, workplaces across the country observe National Forklift Safety Day – an initiative established in 2014 by the Industrial Truck Association (ITA)1 to highlight one of the most preventable causes of workplace injury in America. This year, the event falls on June 9, 2026. At Lift Truck Center, we don’t think of forklift safety as a one-day event. …
How to Choose a Forklift: Total Cost vs. Purchase Price
How to Choose a Forklift: Total Cost vs. Purchase Price
Beat the Heat: Why Temperature Control Matters More Than You Think
Heat Is Quietly Draining Your Output Facility managers have a lot to keep track of, and employee comfort can sometimes take a back seat to operations. But heat has a quiet way of showing up in the numbers – slower output, more mistakes, more call-outs – and over a long summer, that adds up to a real business impact. The …
Industrial Online Catalog: One-Stop Shop for Your Industrial Needs
Sourcing industrial supplies shouldn’t be complicated. But between tracking down vendors, waiting on quotes, and managing back-and-forth for items you order regularly, a simple purchase can quietly consume a significant part of your day. Over weeks and months, that lost time adds up in ways that are easy to overlook – until you find a better way. Our Industrial Online Catalog is …
What Is Automation in Material Handling?
If you’ve been hearing more about automation lately – in trade publications, at industry events, or maybe from your sales rep – you’re not alone. Automation is one of the most talked-about topics in warehousing and logistics right now. But for a lot of operations, it still feels like something that belongs in a massive Amazon fulfillment center, not a …
Is Automation Right for My Operation? 5 Signs It Might Be Time.
Automation isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution. And honestly, it’s not the right move for every operation – at least not right now, and not in every area of the facility. But for a lot of the operations we work with across Kansas and Missouri, the question isn’t really “should we ever automate?” It’s “how do we know when we’re ready?” Here …
Winterizing Your Forklift: Guide for Cold-Weather Preparedness
Winter brings a unique set of challenges for material handling equipment. Freezing temperatures, snow, and ice can increase wear on your forklifts and create unsafe working conditions if your fleet isn’t prepared. At Lift Truck Center, we want you to keep your trucks running safely and efficiently all season long — so here’s a comprehensive guide to winterizing your forklift …
Inside the “Toyoda” Legacy: What We Learned About Toyota Lean Management in Japan
This past September, Lift Truck Center President Doug Iannone was selected as one of only a few worldwide Toyota dealers to visit Japan and experience the origins of Toyota Lean Management firsthand. For a dealership serving small markets, the invitation was more than an honor. It showed that Toyota recognizes Lift Truck Center’s commitment to operating Lean and sees us …
Lift Truck Center TLM and ASEC Practices
We’re proud to have been selected by Toyota for a feature article, and we’re excited to share their perspective on Lift Truck Center. A big thank you to our Missouri Operations Manager, Sabrina, for working alongside Toyota to make this possible. This blog highlights best practices in our dealership, focusing on how we put Toyota principles and lean management into …
